Cyprus hosting summit on Syrian migration
Fact: Cyprus will host an international meeting of interior ministers to discuss migration, with a focus on declaring parts of Syria safe for migrants to return.
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Chevron prepares for North Sea exit after more than 55 years
Chevron is set to launch the sale of its remaining UK North Sea oil and gas assets, marking its exit from the basin after more than 55 years.
Cypriot team conquers Guinness World Record for highest altitude fitness session [PHOTOS]
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A team led by Alexis Economides broke the record for the highest altitude fitness session by reaching the summit of Mera Peak in Nepal, 6,476 meters above sea level. The team included Alexis, Evgenia Konstantinou, Trevor Jones, and four Sherpas. Training in Cyprus prepared them for the harsh Himalayan conditions, and despite the challenges of high altitude, they successfully completed a workout session at the summit. The team plans to continue exploring extreme altitudes to promote physical health and resilience.
US anchors aid pier to Gaza beach but distribution plans uncertain
The United States has anchored a temporary floating pier to a beach in Gaza to boost aid deliveries, facing challenges in distributing assistance due to a dire shortage of fuel for aid trucks and security concerns. Trucks carrying humanitarian aid are expected to begin moving ashore soon, but there are still unresolved challenges. The pier project, costing 0 million, aims to combat the humanitarian crisis in Gaza by opening a sea route for aid delivery. Israel and Hamas have been engaged in a seven-month-long war, with the U.N. losing staff members in the conflict. Aid access in Gaza has dwindled, and a severe fuel shortage may impact aid operations. The U.S.-delivered aid will follow a complex path, involving inspections by Israel, third-party collection and distribution by the U.N. officials, and security concerns in the region. Discussions between the U.S. and the U.N. on aid delivery from the pier are ongoing.
Greece rescues 42 migrants off Crete, searches for three missing
Greece rescued 42 migrants off the island of Crete and was searching for three missing after their boat sent a distress signal. The migrants were rescued by commercial vessels and a Greek navy helicopter, and a search operation was underway. Crete and Gavdos have seen an increase in migrant arrivals from Libya. Greece has provided support to the islands to handle the situation. Greece has been a popular entry point to the EU for migrants and refugees since 2015, with many arriving on its islands and thousands dying at sea.
Global trade disruptions and their impact on tax and trade
Fact: The disruptions in global trade routes, such as those at the Suez Canal and Panama Canal, have significant tax implications for multinational corporations, affecting transfer pricing, profit attribution, intangible property, withholding taxes, and customs duties.
US highlights Cyprus’ vital role in transfer of Gaza aid
Cyprus is playing a significant role in coordinating international efforts to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza. The United States is involved in creating a maritime humanitarian corridor to Gaza, with the construction of a temporary pier for aid transfer. Cyprus is facilitating the use of its port facilities and leading coordination efforts with various countries, including the US, the UK, the EU, and the United Arab Emirates. The European Union is actively participating in the corridor, with discussions ongoing to increase overall assistance. The construction of a pier on the Gaza coast will enable the mass transfer of aid to Palestinians in Gaza, emphasizing that the aid will be transported through sea, land, and air routes.
US aid pier for Gaza floats into wartime reality
The United States is working on establishing a floating pier off the coast of the Gaza Strip to improve aid deliveries, facing challenges such as fuel shortages and security concerns. The project has been slow and expensive, with the U.N. emphasizing that land routes remain crucial for aid operations. Aid deliveries via the maritime corridor have begun, with plans for U.S.-delivered aid to be collected by third parties and distributed by the U.N. Israel has been accused of impeding aid deliveries, but denies any constraints on operations.
Weather on Thursday mainly fine
The weather outlook for Thursday in Cyprus is generally fair with scattered clouds. Winds will be light and variable, but may intensify in the afternoon in the southwest region. Sea conditions will range from smooth to slight. Inland temperatures are expected to reach 31 degrees Celsius, coastal areas around 27 degrees Celsius, and mountainous regions around 19 degrees Celsius. Dust in the atmosphere is anticipated from Friday onwards.
Pedalion Yachting ties with Italy, ’s prestigious Apreamare shipyard
Pedalion Yachting has partnered with the Italian shipyard Apreamare to introduce a line of luxury yachts to Cyprus.